Special Kaye: A Tribute to the Incomparable Kaye Ballard

Gretchen Reinhagen extends her new show "Special Kaye: A Tribute to the Incomparable Kaye Ballard" following the opening night debut performance at the Annenberg Theater in Palm Springs California, and a successful opening run here at the Metropolitan Room.

The show, which has long been a dream project of Gretchen's, celebrates the great career of legendary Broadway, Film, TV and Cabaret artist Kaye Ballard. Audiences may be surprised to learn of some great musical gems that were not only originated by, but specifically written for Ms. Ballard. The show is directed by Barry Kleinbort. Musical Director David Gaines will be at the piano, accompanied by Louis Tucci on Bass and "Almost Blue" band member Donna Kelly on Drums.

What the critics are saying about "Special Kaye":

"Gretchen Reinhagen's tribute to Kaye Ballard is the kind of gift you remember after you've opened all the presents around the Christmas tree."
- Bruce Fessier, The Desert Sun

"...this is definitely a MUST SEE, 5-STAR, show of the year, performance. Evoking the musical comedy chops of Carol Burnett, with special material created especially for Ms. Ballard as well as other songs she was known for, this show is an hour of revelation, fantastic vocals and darn-good entertainment!"
- Stu Hamstra, Cabaret Hotline Online

"...she projects a generosity of spirit and sense of life similar to Ballard's, and she shares Ballard's complete commitment to everything she does. Most significantly, she's got the brains and talent to do Ballard justice."
- Roy Sander, Bistro Awards